Hello, Bicycle


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An inspirational and encouraging illustrated guide to the world of bicycles and cycling, with practical information on bike buying, riding, repairs, and maintenance as well as countless suggestions on how to better enjoy your wheels, from packing a bike picnic to crafting art projects using spare parts. Believe or not, anyone can be great at cycling. Let Hello, Bicycle empower you. Riding a bike is one of life’s simple joys—it’s fun, freeing, and good for the planet and our health. Hello, Bicycle is a practical guide to the bike life with real-world advice, covering everything you need to know to up your bicycling game and ride with confidence and style. Filled with everything you need to know about: • Buying new, used, and custom bikes • Making the switch to bike commuting • Riding, locking, and storing your bike • Maintaining your bike at home (and what your mechanic should handle) • Picnicking, traveling, camping, and touring by bicycle • Creating DIY bike projects • And much more! Adorable illustrations and friendly tips will make even the most daunting cycling endeavors seem doable! This inspiring, giftable, informative, and fun handbook offers something for cyclists of all types, whether you’re new to biking, looking to get back into it, or a seasoned rider who wants to take it to the next level.




Hello, Bicycle!


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A child has an exciting ride on a new bicycle.




HCI in Mobility, Transport, and Automotive Systems


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This book constitutes the refereed proceedings of the 5th International Conference on HCI in Mobility, Transport, and Automotive Systems, MobiTAS 2023, held as part of the 25th International Conference, HCI International 2023, held in Copenhagen, Denmark, in July 2023. The total of 1578 papers and 396 posters included in the HCII 2022 proceedings was carefully reviewed and selected from 7472 submissions. The MobiTAS 2023 proceedings were organized in the following topical sections: Part I: Autonomous and Assisted Driving; Cooperative and Intelligent Transport Systems; Urban Mobility; and Sustainable Mobility. Part II: Driver Behavior and Performance; Designing Driver and Passenger User Experience; and Accessibility and Inclusive Mobility.




Cases on Chinese Unicorns and the Development of Startups


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In today's dynamic landscape of global entrepreneurship, understanding the intricacies of China's burgeoning startup ecosystem poses a significant challenge for scholars and business enthusiasts alike. The Chinese market continues to produce an increasing number of unicorn companies, which are companies that are privately owned and valued at over one billion US dollars. There is now a pressing need to dissect their growth trajectories, financial strategies, and leadership dynamics. However, accessing credible and comprehensive insights into these companies' journeys still needs to be discovered, hindering academic inquiry and practical business discussions. Cases on Chinese Unicorns and the Development of Startups emerges as a beacon of clarity amidst this complexity. Through a meticulously curated collection of case studies, this book offers a solution to the problem of understanding China's startup landscape. Each case study thoroughly explores a different Chinese unicorn, presenting verifiable information on the company's evolution, market presence, revenue streams, leadership transitions, and funding sources. By delving into the real-world experiences of these companies, the book equips scholars, researchers, and business practitioners with the practical insights needed to navigate the nuances of the Chinese market and replicate success in diverse global contexts.




I Love My Bike


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I Love My Bike tells the story of a girl's first experience with her bike, and is filled with beautiful illustrations and a heartwarming message of perseverance. There's a flame on the frame and I love how it feels from my head to my heels when my feet push the pedals and the pedals turn the wheels. I love my bike. I Love My Bike is a picture book about a daughter learning to ride a bike with the help of her father. It's also about that exhilarating feeling you get when you succeed at something for the first time as a child. And, most importantly, it's about learning that when you fall off, the best thing to do is get back on again! The story is told through wonderful watercolours from critically acclaimed artist Sam Usher, with words from children's poet Simon Mole. Celebrating both family relationships and being outdoors, this is the perfect read for families everywhere.




I Love My Bike


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A collection of several dozen photographic portraits of (mostly) young bicycle enthusiasts and their mounts.




Tokyo Outdoors


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Tokyo Outdoors is the only guide you’ll need to fully explore Tokyo and the surrounding Kanto region. On foot, by bicycle or hiking, this book not only takes you to the main tourist spots, but also countless off-the-beaten-track spots. From famous historical landmarks such as the Imperial Palace to modern attractions like the Tokyo Skytree, this travel book offers something for any kind of person, whether you’re a visitor to Japan or living in the capital. Fully up-to-date, Tokyo Outdoors contains: - 45 walks, cycling rides and hikes in and near Tokyo, - Hundreds of insider tips from a writer who has lived in the city for more than 10 years, - 12 day trips that include Yokohama, Nikko, Kamakura, Enoshima and Karuizawa, - More than 40 detailed print maps, - Online maps included for use on the go, with additional recommendations for food and drink, shopping, temples and shrines, - Beautiful color photos offer an impression of the amazing sights you’ll visit, - Recommended restaurants and cafes, - A simplified Tokyo subway map, - Super easy to use with a train pass, as each itinerary starts and ends at a railway station, - Festivals and events calendar, based on locations in the book, - Lists of the best cherry blossom and autumn leaves spots, - Top 5 lists for various interests, such as history, culture, shopping, art and museums. Editorial Reviews "Useful suggestions about how to spend some enjoyable free days in Tokyo and its surrounding areas, without splashing out much cash."- Marshall Hughes, Goods From Japan "I will be keeping this book for my next trip, and look forward to being able to explore Tokyo like a local, with Baxter's help." - Mike Henderson, LibraryThing "I would recommend this book to anyone visiting Tokyo that wants to get a little off the beaten path and do some exploring on foot or by bike. While years ago I frequented many of the areas covered in the book, I wish it had been available then as several times I found myself wishing I had known about something amazing that was just a couple of block from where I had been." - Paul Russell, LibraryThing




Island Intrigue


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Sabrina Dunsweeney, who has a tendency toward hypochondria and very bad cooking, moves to tiny, isolated Comico Island to recover from a cancer scare and the sudden loss of her mother. There she meets a man who tells her about Walk-the-Plank Wrightly, a pirate who died 200 years ago and who has recently made a cameo reappearance in Sabrina's rose garden. Attending a campaign fund-raising tea party at the prestigious Tittletott House, Sabrina finds the stoic islanders clutching monstrous neon teapots as they stampede toward the lone bathroom, spurred on by an unexpected ingredient in the chocolate scones. Then Sabrina finds the ghost—now truly dead in her rose garden and is drawn into a maze of deadly island intrigue. Wendy Howell Mills lives on a tropical island off the southwest coast of Florida. Island Intrigue is her third book and first in a new series. www.wendyhowellmills.com




Advances in Usability, User Experience and Assistive Technology


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This book focuses on emerging issues in usability, interface design, human–computer interaction, user experience and assistive technology. It highlights research aimed at understanding human interaction with products, services and systems, and focuses on finding effective approaches for improving user experience. It also discusses key issues in designing and providing assistive devices and services to individuals with disabilities or impairment, to assist mobility, communication, positioning, environmental control and daily living. The book covers modelling as well as innovative design concepts, with a special emphasis on user-centered design, and design for specific populations, particularly the elderly. Virtual reality, digital environments, heuristic evaluation and forms of device interface feedback of (e.g. visual and haptic) are also among the topics covered. Based on the AHFE 2018 Conference on Usability & User Experience and the AHFE 2018 Conference on Human Factors and Assistive Technology, held on July 21–25, 2018, in Orlando, Florida, USA, this book reports on cutting-edge findings, research methods and user-centred evaluation approaches.